MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, real Turquoise, and Red Oyster Shell.

MEASUREMENTS: 

The inner necklace circumference measures approximately 31-5/8" long and weighs 134 grams.

DESCRIPTION: 

Expect plenty of compliments while wearing this stunning necklace!  This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand strung out of genuine sterling silver, along with real Turquoise and Red Oyster Shell beads. The necklace is made up of FOUR strands that consist of: 6-mm Turquoise free formed beads, 6-mm and 10-mm Red Oyster Shell rondelle beads, and silver round beads that range from 2-mm to 7-mm. While being held together by two 9-mm silver divider beads, the necklace will lay perfectly around your neck. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver cone and bead for a dazzling look. The cones are stamped sterling.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.